Category Archives: Nanaimo
'It makes you feel alive:' Parksville polar bear dip to help ring in 2024
NANAIMO - It's a New Years Day tradition for some and wholesome entertainment from the safety of shore for others.The Regional District of Nanaimo are again hosting their annual Polar Bear Swim, at Pa...
Jan 01, 2024
Top Story of 2023: New fast ferry service launches in Nanaimo
NANAIMO - For years, mentioning a new fast ferry launching in the Harbour City was met with a predictable response: 'I'll believe it when I see it'.Nearly two years removed from announcement of a new,...
Dec 31, 2023
Top Stories of 2023: Nanaimo bans natural gas as primary heating source in new builds
NANAIMO - It was a controversial move at the time, and the months since have done little to dampen the views of either side.In late August, Nanaimo city councillors narrowly voted to fast-track their ...
Dec 30, 2023
Local health authority pushing Island lifestyle to attract more medical professionals
NANAIMO - A dedicated and focused push is on to attract more skilled healthcare professionals is underway.Island Health has launched a $340,000 advertising campaign nationwide, selling less the opport...
Dec 30, 2023
Water taxi in place to allow for berth rebuild prep at Gabriola & Nanaimo terminals
NANAIMO - BC Ferries are preparing for a busy next few years at a pair of terminals connecting the Harbour City with Gabriola Island.Work on marine structures at both Descanso Bay and Nanaimo Harbour ...
Dec 29, 2023
Top Stories of 2023: Fire sparks evacuation of Nanaimo Walmart, alleged arsonist arrested
NANAIMO - A man with a documented history of starting fires will face additional arson charges in the new year, including one from a high-profile incident in the Harbour City.In late February, a fire ...
Dec 29, 2023
Directions, burgers & barbers among reasons some called 911 in 2023
NANAIMO - An Airbnb cancellation, a delayed fast food order and a traffic light taking too long to turn green were all reasons some people felt compelled to dial 911 this past year.E-Comm 911, which h...
Dec 29, 2023
Oceanside resident robbed of over $100k in convincing crypto scam
NANAIMO - Scammers have struck once more, clearing six figures out of a local bank account via a cold call. Oceanside RCMP were alerted to the situation earlier in December, when the victim reported t...
Dec 29, 2023
Heavy rains bringing difficult highway conditions throughout Island
NANAIMO - Recent heavy rains, combined with what's forecast to hit the region in the coming days, has highway service crews on the lookout.Mainroad Contracting, who maintain Island highways and main s...
Dec 28, 2023
UPDATE: Teenager killed after ride-on lawnmower accident in Cedar
NANAIMO - A 14-year-old boy has died after an accident involving a ride-on lawnmower along a rural Cedar road. Calls to emergency responders came around 12:30 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 28 in the 1300 blo...
Dec 28, 2023